diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 753aeea..ac65e9c 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ The Lollipop Cloud project is a way to self-host internet services, such as a we - We have generated Armbian builds specifically for the Lollipop's supported boards. You can [download Armbian builds for Lollipops here (link)](https://dl.lollipopcloud.solutions/files/armbian). - **Note about the Raspberry Pi:** The [Raspberry Pi 3 (link)](https://www.raspberrypi.org/documentation/hardware/raspberrypi/README.md) with the BCM2837 processor, at least 512MB RAM, and Raspbian may work well as a Lollipop; however, we have not tested this configuration at this time. - A means to interact with the SBC (monitor/keyboard, serial adapter, or ssh via ethernet). -- A wifi adapter, USB cellular modem (3G/4G/WCDMA/LTE), [GPS module (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware/gps.md), [RTC (Real Time Clock) (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware/rtc.md), [Bluetooth Serial Terminal (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware/bluetooth_terminal.md), other hardware you need for your custom setup. See also: [Hardware Considerations (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware_notes.md). +- A wifi adapter (or two), USB cellular modem (3G/4G/WCDMA/LTE), [GPS module (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware/gps.md), [RTC (Real Time Clock) (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware/rtc.md), [Bluetooth Serial Terminal (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware/bluetooth_terminal.md), other hardware you need for your custom setup. See also: [Hardware Considerations (link)](https://git.lollipopcloud.solutions/lollipop-cloud/docs/src/branch/master/hardware_notes.md). ## Initial Setup diff --git a/armbian/network_manager.md b/armbian/network_manager.md index 759bc0c..eba2a0b 100644 --- a/armbian/network_manager.md +++ b/armbian/network_manager.md @@ -141,7 +141,7 @@ Run ```nmcli connection del [UUID]``` for each UUID listed in the previous comma ### WiFi 2.4ghz Access Point -This setup will configure the Lollipop's internal WiFi adapter as an access point. NetworkManager assumes you'll have only *one* Access Point active per device at a time. If you'd prefer your wireless access point use 5ghz, skip this step. +This setup will configure the Lollipop's internal WiFi adapter as an access point. NetworkManager assumes you'll have only *one* Access Point active per device at a time. If you'd prefer your wireless access point use 5ghz AND your hardware is capable of 5ghz, skip this step. *Example: the OrangePi PC Plus must be configured as a 2.4ghz access point, unless you are configuring an upgraded or external adapter capable of 5ghz.* 2.4ghz is a good choice and a default for most commerical access points for compatibility with WiFi clients. This is recommended if you're not sure. diff --git a/for-beginners/for-beginners.md b/for-beginners/for-beginners.md index b3b3d60..491a1c3 100644 --- a/for-beginners/for-beginners.md +++ b/for-beginners/for-beginners.md @@ -5,11 +5,14 @@ The Lollipop is a [single-board computer (SBC) (link)](https://en.wikipedia.org/ # Getting Started You will need a single-board computer (SBC) like an [Orange Pi (link)](http://www.orangepi.org/). -For the basic start up and set up of your Orange Pi, you will need either (a) a keyboard and a way to view the display (either an HDMI cable OR a [serial console](https://www.pine64.org/?product=padi-serial-console)), OR (b) an ethernet connection. +For the basic start up and set up of your Orange Pi, you will need one of the following configurations: + +- a keyboard and a way to view the display (either an HDMI cable with a monitor OR a [serial console](https://www.pine64.org/?product=padi-serial-console)) +- an ethernet connection by connecting your SBC to your home router with an ethernet cord (or "patch cable") You will also need an SD card formatted with Armbian installed. -## Installing Armbian onto an SD card +## Installing Armbian on an SD card [Armbian](https://www.armbian.com/) is a Linux operating system based on Debian and Ubuntu, specifically designed for [ARM boards (link)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ARM_architecture). __NOTE:__ Raspberry Pi 3 users will need to use [Raspbian (link)](https://www.raspberrypi.org/downloads/raspbian/) instead of Armbian.